• Centering Work in a 4-Jaw Chuck

    This is a procedure to center work in just two revolutions of the 4-jaw chuck. Use this procedure, and regardless of your skill level, you can center work quickly and accurately.

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  • Change Gears for Threading

    This calculator determines the correct change gears for any thread pitch. Works for all mini lathes and HiTorque Bench Lathes.

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  • How to use a wiggler

    How to use a wiggler; a type of edge and center finder. Learn what all the attachments are for.

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  • Machinist's Calculator

    Tap drill sizes, speeds and feeds, bolt circles, and more. This machinist's calculator also works on your phone so you can use it in the shop.

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  • Selecting and Using Band Saw Blades

    Choosing the right blade for the material to be cut plays an important role in band sawing.

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  • Sharpening Lathe Tool Bits

    Here is what you need to know to sharpen your own high speed steel lathe tool bits.

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  • Stock Diameters for Even Knurls

    This knurling calculator finds the next smaller diameter from the diameter of your work piece.

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  • Troubleshooting the Variable Speed Drive

    There are several common types of failure that occur on the mini lathe's and mini mill's variable speed drive. Find the symptoms your machine exhibits, and follow the steps to diagnose the problem.

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  • Using a Caliper

    Learn how to use all the features of your electronic digital caliper.

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  • Using a Steel Rule

    The steel rule is a basic measuring tool. Learn about its use and care.

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  • Working with Metric Dimensions

    Here is a mm to inch converter plus a better idea...

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